HUD Handbook 4000.1 II.B.3.f: HECM Calculator Software

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HUD Handbook 4000.1, FHA Single Family Housing Policy Handbook
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f. HECM Calculator Software (04/29/2024)

i. Definition

HECM Calculator Software refers to FHA’s technology software that is used to calculate the Principal Limit and for comparison analysis of different payment options.

ii. Standard

Mortgagees and HECM counselors must use computer printouts generated by FHA’s HECM Calculator Software, or similar software that generates the same information, for calculating the Principal Limit and providing the Borrower with a comparison of various payment plan options.

Guideline text quoted as published by the agency. The latest published version governs. This is not an underwriting decision.